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Babysitters in East Alton, IL
Kennedi B.
Saint Louis, MO
$18-28/hr • 5 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello my name is Kennedi but everyone calls me Kai , I'm 20 I am the eldest of 13 siblings ! I have experience with non verbal and verbal autism and down syndrome I love to write , read , and color I'm in school right now to be a phlebotomist and I am first aid and CPR certified!!
I'd describe my personality as sweet, loving ,...
Kennedi can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
Hi! My name is Hannah and I have 4 years of experience with babysitting. I am currently attending Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and I am majoring in early childhood education. I am flexible with hours and pay. I can also assist with any grocery shopping, errands, or housekeeping needs.
Hannah can also help with: Travel, meal prep, grocery shopping, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Liz T.
Glen Carbon, IL
$17/hr • 2 yrs exp
Hi I'm Liz! I just moved to this area in June of 2022! I am seeking my next babysitting opportunity with a wonderful family. I'm a kind, compassionate, and caring person born and raised in southern Illinois (near St Louis). As the oldest daughter of 5, caregiving has always been a part of my day-to-day. My background with...
Liz can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, travel
Hi, I'm Kiera! I'm a fun sitter who loves crafts, playing outside, and keeping kids happy and safe. I have 8 years of experience in childcare, including being an after school and summer camp counselor, as well as a full-time nanny to three children, 50 hours a week. I'm CPR certified and I can help with light housekeeping and...
Kiera can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, swimming supervision
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Hello! My name is Addison and I am 20 years old. I am looking for a job during my school year at SIUE for nursing. I have always been around children growing up. I have babysat my nieces and nephews numerous times along with a family friend's toddler. I love being around children and helping care for them along with entertaining...
Addison can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning
Skills:
CPR
CNA
Amanda V.
Edwardsville, IL
$15/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hello families!
First, and most importantly, I'm a momma of two beautiful children: an 11-year-old son and a 1-year-old daughter. On top of that, I've been working in centers with children of multiple ages for about 12 years now and have currently been working at Head Start teaching preschool for 3 years.
I have my Associates...
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
Amy K.
Saint Louis, MO
$21-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am a former special education teacher with over 10 years of experience working with children either as a teacher or a nanny. I also provide tutoring services. My college degree means I have a wealth of knowledge in child development and child psychology. I've worked with children from birth to age 18 during my career. I?
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Amy can also help with: Craft assistance
5.0
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
Greetings!
My name is Dajha and I'm here to help. My degree is in Child and Family Development this means I have ample of information to make sure your children are meeting their milestones. Over the years I have worked as a babysitter and nanny. I enjoy cooking, baking, and creating fun crafts with the children. During the...
Dajha can also help with: Grocery shopping, carpooling, meal prep, light cleaning, travel, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"She is extremely kind and always tries her best to fulfill any duties."
Rachael G.
Ann C.
Florissant, MO
$18-50/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
I have been working with children for the last 17 plus years and I enjoy it. I started working at a Children's Home as a child care provider, and did that for 5-6 years. Then I went to teach a class full of 2 and 3-year-olds. One day I would like to open my own day care for special needs children. These past two years I have...
Ann can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, grocery shopping, carpooling, craft assistance, meal prep & more
Skills:
CPR
5.0
"Ann is wonderful. She has watched our 2 children for us many times and we couldn’t be more satisfied with her. We have no worries when she’s there with them. She is an excellent communicator and always on time. Our children love playing with her. Our son has autism...
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Lexi B.
Collinsville, IL
$25/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I am 25 years old and have many years of experience with childcare. I am happy to help with transportation, schooling, slight household cleaning, cooking, and planning fun activities for children. I am looking for a family who needs about 40 hours of help a week - negotiable depending on pay. I personally grew up with an...
Lexi can also help with: Meal prep, travel, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
5.0
"Lexi was an amazing person! She was always on time and very flexible with our schedule. She loves the kids that she watches and I fully trust her in all she does!"
Ramona J.
4.8
(4)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
I have experience with all age groups which has given me great confidence in caring for all children. Having superb experience with families in my past and the present makes me appreciate life as a caregiver even more. I am an experienced babysitter who genuinely enjoys being active with kids. I am energetic and creative in...
Gina can also help with: Swimming supervision, carpooling, meal prep, craft assistance, travel, light cleaning & more
5.0
"The kids really loved spending time with them. you can tell she has a gift. There was no hesitation or delay, the kids warmed up to her right away. I would totally recommend her to anyone. "
Chris A.
Rhonda M.
Godfrey, IL
$15-20/hr • 10 yrs exp
Experienced, Loving, Mother Looking For Children To Babysit
4.3
(4)
Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood
I have four children of my own. The last two I adopted are the most important things in the world to me. I did foster care for about 5 years before we adopted. I cared for all kinds of different types of children with different needs, a lot of them were special needs children. We enjoyed taking care of all the children we had...
Rhonda can also help with: Swimming supervision, craft assistance, light cleaning, travel, carpooling, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"Took great care of my dog and treated him like family! Very conscientious and responsive. I would highly recommend."
Jo Ann R.
Jenna L.
Saint Louis, MO
$20-25/hr • 9 yrs exp
Experienced Caregiver | Certified In ABA Therapy | CPR & First-Aid Certified
4.4
(16)
Hired by 6 families in your neighborhood
Hello! I'm Jenna, an experienced caregiver in St. Louis available on weekends or date nights! With 10+ years of babysitting and 4+ years as a nanny, I offer specialized expertise in working with children with diverse needs. As a Registered Behavior Technician, I provide support using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy. CPR...
Jenna can also help with: Swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
3.0
"Jenna was hired to transport my daughter to and from dance twice a week on the same days. Jenna missed picking her up several times. Just completely forgot her. This caused my daughter a lot of anxiety. Jenna is great with interacting with her. She babysat my...
Nikki C.
Marissa H.
Saint Louis, MO
$21/hr • 7 yrs exp
4.0
(4)
Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I absolutely love children, I nanny all the time and have worked at a lot of summer camps teaching children. I am very passionate about the future generation and I am going to school so that one day I will be able to make a living helping, teaching, and supporting the youth. I am a very happy, passionate, and patient person...
Marissa can also help with: Grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
Early Education
First Aid
5.0
"Marissa babysits our almost one year old from time to time. Our schedule is crazy and there have been times when I've called her last minute and she was more than willing to help. Our son seems comfortable around her and our dog loves her. Would recommend!"
Jessica M.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
I'm an upbeat, and energetic childcare provider. Working with children is something that I'm not only very passionate about, but extremely great at. I currently work full-time as a Registered Behavioral Technician III, at an ABA Center in Fairview Heights. I have my B. A in psychology from Maryville University in STL, and hope...
Temarra can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
Early Education
Special Needs Care
First Aid
Shelby M.
Saint Louis, MO
$25/hr • 5 yrs exp
5.0
(2)
Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood
Hi! I love working and interacting with children of all ages! During the school year I work at a preschool with children ages 2-5 but I also babysit kids up to age 10. I've been babysitting and working with children ever since I could drive and I'm currently going to school to become an art therapist for children. I love pets,...
5.0
"Shelby was our nanny over the summer- she is amazing! She was always on time and very dependable. Great communication skills. She provided great structure and consistency for the kids. We will be using Shelby again for sure!"
Molly Z.
5.0
(4)
Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood
I have had many years of experience when it comes to caring for children. I am CPR Certified & have taken babysitting classes with the Red Cross. I have worked at daycares & kid camps. I would have reliable transportation & have meal preparation as well as house keeping skills. I am very trustworthy, reliable, fun, &...
Aidryann can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
5.0
"She is amazing. I trust her more than my own family. We love her!"
Dannielle W.
Carlie L.
O Fallon, IL
$15/hr
5.0
(2)
I'm Carlie!
I have 9 years experience raising my own daughter- and 6 years with two. We just welcomed our third this past year. She's 8 months old now!
I am finishing up 10 years of active duty serving in the Army and will be going to school to study psychology.
I am willing and more than able to help with housework, meals,...
5.0
"Carlie was amazing my son loves her. We will bring using her again this weekend."
Shae W.
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I have my own sweet baby boy, who is just about to be 9 months old. I would love to find a family who wants their own little ones to have the experience of a playmate! I also have experience as a professional nanny for my wonderful nanny family in California, before we moved. I was with them for two years, and I watched their...
Hannah can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling
5.0
"Hannah is awesome! She has watched my daughter countless times since she was 3 months old. She was very knowledgable of young babies and not afraid to just jump in. She kept my active daughter busy with different toys and books, as well as music. I have recommended...
Jean S.
Devin V.
Troy, IL
$22-35/hr • 8 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
Hello! My name is Devin. I am currently back in school to become a Respiratory Therapist. I enjoy arts and crafts, being active, and also love volunteering in my spare time! I am a very dependable person, who also is a great listener. I have worked in healthcare as a medical assistant for 4 plus years. I love caring for others...
Devin can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, craft assistance, carpooling
Skills:
First Aid
Special Needs Care
CPR
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Recent babysitter reviews from local parents in East Alton, IL
Dajha A.
5.0
Dajha has watched my 2 year old daughter on several occasions. She is extremely professional and does a great job caring for my child.
- Shanara C.
Ann C.
5.0
Ms. Monique has been wonderful with our 3 kids, she watched them all summer last year, during school breaks and any other time that we needed her. She is very reliable and great at finding activities for them to do and will even bring supplies for these. If we didn’t have them signed up at summer...
- Care member
Lexi B.
5.0
Lexi was an amazing person! She was always on time and very flexible with our schedule. She loves the kids that she watches and I fully trust her in all she does!
- Ramona J.
Gina N.
4.0
Gina was with our kiddos for just under two years. She is personable, dependable, and a great caregiver for our little's. She helped with light housekeeping though it was never expected. She was comfortable with our fur-babies who were just as excited as the kids to see her in the morning. Thank for...
- Sarah B.
Rhonda M.
5.0
Ms. Rhonda watched my boys for about 7 months before they started Kindergarten. One of the sweetest people I know! Felt like she loved my kiddos like her own. She worked with me on enforcing rules I set, encouraging good manners and behaviors. Very good with communicating with me if any issues...
- Meghan B.
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FAQs for finding a babysitter in East Alton, IL:
How can I find a East Alton babysitter near me?
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How much do babysitters charge in East Alton, IL?
The average rate for East Alton, IL babysitters on Care.com is $17.50 per hour as of February 2025. How much a babysitter charges can vary greatly depending on location, years of experience, the desired babysitter duties, and how many children will need looking after. The cost of care can also be influenced by special needs such as overnight care. You can use the Care.com childcare calculator to help you calculate your child care costs.
What type of babysitter services can I find near me in East Alton, IL?
You can find all kinds of babysitters in East Alton, IL through Care.com. As of 2025, you can browse caregivers that specialize in a range of duties, from overnight and infant care, to weekend and after school babysitters. Alongside keeping an eye on your children, caregivers can provide a variety of babysitting duties. They can help with homework or can possibly take on more extensive tutoring responsibilities, can drive your children to school or activities, and can spend time playing with them or helping them get their chores done. When you interview potential sitters, ask them what babysitting duties they are happy to take on.